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Color Corps Documents

When knighthood was in flower, knights carried the sword to defend theirGod, their Church, their country and their fellow man according to thecode of chivalry. Today, Sir Knights wear regalia and carry the sword tohonor Christ and His apostles, especially on religious and civic occasionsspecified in this manual. Hence, the primary purpose of the FourthDegree is to encourage active Catholic citizenship and foster the spirit ofpatriotism in members and the community at large.

The public appearance of Fourth Degree Knights as a Color Corps atreligious and civic functions is an important activity of each assembly.Their colorful capes and chapeaux add dignity and the pride of Churchand country to any event. By these public demonstrations their loyaltiesbring credit to themselves and to the Knights of Columbus.

Knights of Columbus Information

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Assembly Photos

Photos from 'Mass for the Unborn' on March 25th at Holy Family Church in Hicksvile

Saint John XXIII Assembly is located in Nassau County, New York and is a member of the St. Isaac Jogues Province. Pope John XXIII Assembly upholds the values of the Fourth Degree, Patriotism. We exemplify Patriotism in many ways, such as our "Fly the Flag" program, acknowledging a Sir Knight who flies the flag faithfully. The most visible arm of the Knights of Columbus and the Assembly is our Color Corp of the Fourth Degree. The Color Corp proudly represent the Knights of Columbus at countless parades, council functions, Nassau Chapter functions, Fourth Degree Exemplification Ceremony, Brother Knights funerals, and special masses, including the Annual Pro-Life Mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral, the Annual Bishop's Memorial Mass, and the Annual Mass at Our Lady of the Island Shrine in Eastport, Long Island.

Patriotism Quotes

And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you – ask what you can do for your country.

John F. Kennedy

Remember, remember always, that all of us, and you and I especially, are descended from immigrants and revolutionists

Franklin D. Roosevelt

America was not built on fear. America was built on courage, on imagination and an unbeatable determination to do the job at hand.

Harry Truman

We here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain; that this nation shall have a new birth of freedom; and that this government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.”

Abraham Lincoln

In the face of impossible odds, people who love this country can change it.

Barack Obama

True patriotism springs from a belief in the dignity of the individual, freedom and equality not only for Americans but for all people on earth, universal brotherhood and good will, and a constant and earnest striving toward the principles and ideals on which this country was founded.”

Eleanor Roosevelt

Our citizenship in the United States is our national character. Our citizenship in any particular state is only our local distinction. By the latter, we are known at home, by the former to the world. Our great title is AMERICANS…

“We identify the flag with almost everything we hold dear on earth, peace, security, liberty, our family, our friends, our home. . .But when we look at our flag and behold it emblazoned with all our rights we must remember that it is equally a symbol of our duties. Every glory that we associate with it is the result of duty done.”

St. John XXIII Assembly 50/50 Club

The Next Winner could be YOU, if you’re in the 50/50 club! Every meeting we give away money to one lucky winner.The more players we get, the higher that monthly prize will go!It’s easy to join. All we need is your name, and a check for $24. And if you’re already in, you’ll be getting your renewal form in the mail.Remember you have to be in it to win it!ANDYou do not have to be a 4th degree knight.The 50/50 is open to your family members,Your Spouse and your children, Mothers, Grandmothers Grandpa, etc..So why not sign them up, it could be the gift that keeps on givingThe renewal will be included with your dues notice.Please contact SK Joe Lannon for more details.Please send your payment toSK Joe Lannon817 Garfield Street Franklin Square NY 11010-3720 Contact Joe Lannon

Encyclical Newsletter

Send your articles to:encyclical730@aol.comIf you want the Encyclical e-mailed, send an e-mail to encyclical730@aol.comPlease make sure all articles are sent to me no later then 10days prior to the end of the month preceding the issue date.Since we are now printing bi-monthly the next issue date isscheduled for on or about May 2017.Also please be advised that until further notice the Encyclicalmailed edition will be published in a (4) page format. Our”E” edition will be as many pages as needed in full colorto bring you all the assembly news. Please bring to my attention any discrepancies or incorrectInformation Thank you, Rich Olsen Editor (516) 795-2656 or (516) 359-9371 Contact Rich Olsen

Fly The Flag Program / History of the Flag Program

Fly The Flag ProgramPatriotism Award for Flying the Flag daily.Do you know someone who flys the flag regularly?Then nominate them for an award form our Assembly.The American Flag is the unique symbol of the great heritage of ourcountry. To fly the flag prominently on a regular basis is a proud displayof patriotism. It encourages all to remember what has made this nation thegreatest in the world, the home of the brave and land of the free.Saint John XXIII Assembly, the local patriotic arm of the Knights ofColumbus, salutes this traditional show of patriotism and is pleased topresent this Patriotism Award. For nominations please contact the Program DirectorJohn Seibert48 Charles-StValley Stream NY 11580E-mail: byrd4a@aol.com

History of The Flag ProgramA presentation is made to any organization, school, etc. The history of the American Flag from Revolutionary times to the present. Contact Program Director: John Cunningham